IT Consultant
Location: US, MN, Golden Valley
Employment type: Contract
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Information Technology and Services
Function: Consulting

Company profile:
Virteva delivers managed IT services and project-based consulting services that optimize our customer’s IT infrastructure and operations.  Headquartered in the Twin Cities and serving customers worldwide, Virteva services help our customers say “Yes” to the wide spectrum of information technology demanded by their business, employees and customers, securely and reliably, anyplace and anytime.  

Job description:
JOB SUMMARY:We are looking for an IT Consultant  who is extremely customer focused and has extensive experience with IT Infrastructure technologies. The IT Consultant will lead and, in some cases, execute various projects that center around the effective architecture, configuration and implementation of customized IT solutions. This person must have the ability to manage large and complex projects with capability to direct and advise as appropriate.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Designs, plans, architects, implements, documents and maintains of the following technologies:Active DirectoryExchange 2003/2007/2010/2013Microsoft Online Services (BPOS, Office365)OCS 2007, Lync 2010/2013Windows Server 2003/2008/2012SharePoint 2007/2010/2013• Architect, develop, package, and test operating system images and applications• Author and provide user instruction as needed• Research, evaluate, and provide feedback on problematic trends and patterns in customer support requirements• Provide customer and technical training, when required• Ability to prioritize assigned tasks to deliver all projects on time and within budget• Ensure complete and timely follow-through with all client contacts• Possesses effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills• Creates presentations for technical implementations to be given to customers and to internal staff• Participates in client sales meetings to understand the client’s current technology state and future needs• Demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills• Maintain a high level of client satisfaction at all times by displaying a positive and helpful attitude

Requirements:
BE or BS Degree in one of the following subject areas: Computer Science, Business Administration, Information Technology or related field preferredAdvanced level expertise relating to Microsoft Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, Active Directory, OCS 2007, Lync 2010/2013, SharePoint 2007/2010/2013 and Microsoft Exchange 2003/2007/2010/2012, Microsoft Operating Systems including: Windows 7, XP, Server 2003, 2008, 2012Prefer packaging and scripting experience (WinBatch, Wise Package Studio, Prism, Radia, ZENworks, InstallShield, VB and batch scripting)Industry best practices in terms of implementation and operations of proposed solutionsBackground and/or certifications in ITIL, COBIT, or CMMI a plusProven design, planning and implementation experience with Windows 2003 and 2008 Server technologiesOne or more advanced professional certifications related to chosen discipline (MCSE, MCITP Enterprise Admin, etc.) is desiredBackground and/or certifications in ITIL, COBIT, or CMMIAbility to communicate, mentor, teach, and explain concepts at multiple levels with the capability to extract the business value related to the proposed solutions7+ years of experience focusing on the technology or equivalentConsulting experience a plus

Benefits:
We take pride in offering a competitive, well-balanced benefit program:Health BenefitsMedical InsuranceDental InsurancePrescription PlanLife InsuranceOptional Life InsuranceShort-term DisabilityLong-term DisabilityFinancial BenefitsTeam Member Incentive PlanReferral Bonus ProgramCompany/Team performance bonus programCompetitive Vacation and paid Holiday plan401(k) PlanSection 125:Premium Conversion PlanMedical Care Expense AccountDependent Care Expense AccountThe plan benefits, options, terms and conditions, and providers are subject to change based on industry trends and the needs of the company and our Team members.Virteva is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.